Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
linearifolius
ID:
1511776

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Zhu

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Blumea 57(1): 55 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001199


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Description

Lasianthus linearifolius (also called Linear-Leaved Lasianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus linearifolius is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthus linearifolius has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus linearifolius is a small tree native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 24-27°C. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Lasianthus linearifolius

Lasianthus linearifolius is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Species in the Lasianthus genus

Lasianthus acuminatissimus, Lasianthus acuminatus, Lasianthus acutatus, Lasianthus africanus, Lasianthus angustifolius, Lasianthus annamicus, Lasianthus apiocarpus, Lasianthus appressus, Lasianthus aristatus, Lasianthus attenuatus, Lasianthus austrosinensis, Lasianthus bahorucanus, Lasianthus barbiger, Lasianthus batangensis, Lasianthus bicolor, Lasianthus biermannii, Lasianthus biflorus, Lasianthus blumeanus, Lasianthus borneensis, Lasianthus bracteolatus, Lasianthus burmanicus, Lasianthus caeruleus, Lasianthus calycinus, Lasianthus cambodianus, Lasianthus capitatus, Lasianthus capitulatus, Lasianthus cereiflorus, Lasianthus chartaceus, Lasianthus chevalieri, Lasianthus chinensis, Lasianthus chlorocarpus, Lasianthus chryseus, Lasianthus chrysocaulis, Lasianthus chrysoneurus, Lasianthus chrysophyllus, Lasianthus chrysotrichus, Lasianthus chunii, Lasianthus ciliatus, Lasianthus cinereus, Lasianthus clementis, Lasianthus coffeoides, Lasianthus congesticymus, Lasianthus conspicuus, Lasianthus constrictus, Lasianthus cordatus, Lasianthus coronatus, Lasianthus crinitus, Lasianthus curtisii, Lasianthus cyanocarpoides, Lasianthus cyanocarpus,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,